A petty crook sets out to make amends for his life in this quirky comedy created by Greg Garcia ('Yes, Dear'). Jason Lee brings an endearing warmth to the title role of Earl, who wins $100,000 on a lottery card, and loses it when he's hit by a car. In the (more…)A petty crook sets out to make amends for his life in this quirky comedy created by Greg Garcia ('Yes, Dear'). Jason Lee brings an endearing warmth to the title role of Earl, who wins $100,000 on a lottery card, and loses it when he's hit by a car. In the hospital, Earl experiences an epiphany---courtesy of Carson Daly, of all people---and resolves to right his wrongs. Along for Earl's ride: his ne'er-do-well brother Randy and a sexy motel maid.

Season 4, Episode 12 Reading Is a Fundamental Case

First Aired: December 4, 2008

Earl recalls his past with the feral Raynard (Ewen Bremner), an untamed friend residing in the wilderness and palling around with a raccoon sidekick. Earl attempts to help Raynard in a karmic deed that includes poisonous berries and a bride gone wild.